Like any medium-sized city in Western Europe, Utrecht now features a growing number of bouldering gyms. If you want to keep up climbing during your trip or are just curious to give it a try, I’d recommend Boulderhal Sterk.
Not because it’s the newest or fanciest bouldering gym in Utrecht (it’s not), but because it’s a very social climbing hall. The staff and visitors are really friendly, and usually, people help each other figure out the routes. Don't be afraid to ask a friendly-looking climber for help if you get stuck on a route! It also features a cool bar with local refreshments, and there is a café area where you can play board games after you’re done climbing while you watch the other climbers. It's even a popular remote working spot!
A one-time climbing pass is 12,50, and you can rent shoes for 4,50. You don't need a climbing pass to enter the café.
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The Inktpot, Utrecht's iconic brick giant, features a flying saucer atop its tower and once housed the Dutch Railways headquarters.
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KEEK offers amazing sourdough and more at fair prices in Utrecht. Great bread, local art, and coffee make it a cornerstone of daily life!
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Café Averechts' music nights on Friday evenings are the best. All events are free. Here, it's completely normal to start a conversation with people of all ages.
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Le Clochard, a cozy gem in Utrecht’s Museum Quarter, offers bistro classics, comfort food, and Belgian beers at unbeatable prices. Book ahead!
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The Little Nail Room in Utrecht is a cozy nail salon with top-notch service & thoughtful details. Here you can also buy all kinds of beauty products!
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Weerdsluis is great place to catch the last rays of afternoon sun & see the water level rise and fall. Grab a few drinks and enjoy them on the duckboard!
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Escape the buzzing center of Utrecht with a calm walk in the forests of Rhijnauwen and Amelisweerd. Then enjoy a warm drink or Dutch pancakes nearby!
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At O'Panuozzo the pizzas are absolutely delicious and reasonably priced. At Voorstraat they have a cat, a terrace & a wide open window along the street!
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Enjoy some of the best music while devouring one of their small platters & drinking the best wines of our city. Ready to immerse in Nomono's laidback vibe?
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De Helling in Utrecht has a low profile underground vibe, high-quality sound systems, and a love for bass-heavy music. Hosting big names and local talents!
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Cafe DeRat is a great place to grab some beers with a friend and enjoy the brown tavern ambience. They have a huge selection of beers, also gluten-free!
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